Serving 468 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Christel House Academy South ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Christel House Academy South ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Christel House Academy South's student population of 468 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Christel House Academy South ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Christel House Academy South is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1262 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
59%
14%
Black
10%
13%
White
23%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christel House Academy South's ranking?
Christel House Academy South is ranked #1262 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Christel House Academy South often compared to?
Christel House Academy Southis often viewed alongside schools like Emmerich Manual High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Christel House Academy South?
468 students attend Christel House Academy South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Christel House Academy South students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Christel House Academy South?
Christel House Academy South has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Christel House Academy South offer ?
Christel House Academy South offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Christel House Academy South part of?
Christel House Academy South is part of Christel House Academy South School District.
In what neighborhood is Christel House Academy South located?
Christel House Academy South is located in the Garfield Park neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 5 other public schools located in Garfield Park.
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